Research Tec 4

What You Need

• Qualified in at least one pyrochemical operations process (i.e., direct oxide reduction, electrorefining, molten salt extraction, metal chlorination, plutonium coalescence and oxidation).
• Qualified as a person-in-charge for plutonium facility process work.
• Demonstrated experience in executing plutonium facility work safely and in accordance with the LANL conduct of operations program.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring and training junior team members in applicable process work.
• Ability to obtain Department of Energy Q-Cleared.
• Ability to obtain Human Reliability Program (HRP)-certification.

Education/Experience

• Requires an Associate's Degree and 5 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
• Requires an Associate's Degree and 5 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications

• Basic knowledge in one or more of the following: vacuum equipment operation, pressure system operation, welding, mechanical assembly, leak testing, equipment troubleshooting or equipment maintenance.
• Test and design, such as reading drawings and schematics; using digital test equipment; data analysis; electromagnetic shielding; non-destructive assay techniques; high-speed data acquisition systems and software; ultrafast timing techniques

Work Environment

Work occurs primarily in a glovebox environment near sources of ionizing radiation. PPE used includes eye protection, gloves, protective coveralls and shoe covers, and occasional respirator.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High-Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50-mile radius)

Additional Details

• Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
• Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance, and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
• *Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
• HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
• 426.2A: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2A, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.